It’s sometimes easy to forget that tranquil, peaceful places like this still exist — that is, unless you live in Ferndale, Washington. A perfect blend of out-in-the-country living and Pacific Northwest beauty, Ferndale offers a quieter slice of life for its residents, with room to roam and play. Best of all, Ferndale homes are mere minutes away from the convenient amenities of larger cities (such as Bellingham via I-5 or the Guide Meridian).

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Caught a lucky shot of this bald eagle resting in the trees near the Mount Baker neighborhood in Bellingham (before he decided he’d like a little privacy and flew to another tree). According to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, the bald eagle population has grown steadily in the last few decades in Washington State, from 105 nesting pairs in 1980 to over 650 pairs in 2001. Bald eagles love The Pacific Northwest, where they can feed on spawning salmon. Did you know that bald eagles don’t develop their distinctive white plumage until they are nearly five years old? Wow.

Those of us who live in Whatcom County never quite get accustomed to seeing such gorgeous creatures right in our backyards. To discover your own Whatcom County home in the heart of The Pacific Northwest, feel free to take a look at our hassle-free Pacific Northwest MLS Search.

Residents of Whatcom County are never far from a stunning view of Mount Baker, seen here from Ferndale. Whether you’re catching glimpses of the mountain in Bellingham, or admiring the more expansive views of Baker on the freeway headed north toward Blaine, it seems like the mountain is everywhere!

The Pacific Northwest truly has a beauty all its own! If Northwest life is beckoning you and your family, contact expert Pacific Northwest real estate agent Susan Stecher for information about a wonderful home here in Whatcom County!

Why did the deer cross the road?

To get to the other side, apparently.

A trio of deer crossed Bakerview Road (near the T-mobile call center) back and forth at least three times in the span of twenty minutes today in Bellingham‘s Meridian neighborhood. They crossed the road, ate some grass, and then crossed back again, only to return a few minutes later. Drivers like this one were kind enough to stop to allow the deer to cross safely, as other drivers and pedestrians alike stopped to watch.

Our proximity to nature is a wonderful part of living in the Pacific Northwest, but please keep an eye out for our woodland friends as you drive around Whatcom County — especially in the evening hours!

Though The Pacific Northwest is affectionately known for more grey, rainy skies this time of year, Whatcom County has had nothing but fair (albeit cool) weather for a few weeks now. Check out these lovely birch trees shining in the Bellingham sun!

If you’re interested in relocating to Bellingham, WA or another part of The Pacific Northwest in 2010, please take advantage of all the helpful real estate resources we have available for you over at LiveInThePacificNW.com! From our Pacific Northwest Homebuyer’s Guide to our Relocation Package, we have everything you need to find your dream Pacific Northwest home.

Every winter and early spring, travelers along the I-5 corridor notice something special in the fields of Mount Vernon in Skagit County: flocks of white geese scattered in the farmland fields. These two geese were part of a larger flock resting a quite soggy, muddy field (we discovered this when we tried to sneak in for a closer peek).

Skagit County living offers a nice away-from-it-all feeling, though it’s still close enough to larger cities (such as Bellingham, Burlington, Everett, and Seattle) to offer every amenity you could ask for. Expert Pacific Northwest real estate agent Susan Stecher can help you find an amazing home in this special community — just contact her for more information!

If you happen to be in Downtown Bellingham (or don’t mind a short drive to savor an incredible cup of coffee), head to Railroad Avenue and find Cafe Adagio on the corner near Champion Street.  The cafe’s inviting decor is warm and rich, with plenty of available tables and comfy leather couches. The Italian-style coffee is about as close to perfect as you can get, and that’s saying something here in The Pacific Northwest!

Bellingham‘s independent movie-lovers — and there are many — have long held a special place in their hearts for the Pickford Cinema on Cornwall Avenue.  This small theater in the heart of Downtown Bellingham prides itself on bringing films to Whatcom County that are often missed by the bigger, more mainstream cinemas in town.  From the moment you sit down in your old-fashioned seat and watch the locally-produced commercials and short films, you know you’re in for something special.

If you’re looking for something fun to do during these cold Pacific Northwest winter days, head on over to the Pickford for a movie-going experience you won’t soon forget!